Municipal Election

The next Ontario Municipal Election will be held Monday, October 26, 2026.

On October 26, 2026, Howick Township voters will elect representatives to the following offices:

Discover how to run in the 2026 Municipal Election

A joint Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee has been established by the lower tier municipalities of Huron County.

Find out more about registering as a third party advertiser.

Learn more about voting in the 2026 Municipal Election.

May 1, 2026: First day candidates can file nomination papers and first day third party advertisers can register.
June 1, 2026: Deadline to update school support designation with MPAC.
August 21, 2026: Nomination Day. Last day candidates can file nomination papers, by 2:00 p.m.
August 24, 2026: Deadline for Clerk to certify nominations.
August 27, 2026: Deadline for Clerk to declare any candidates elected by acclamation.
September 1 to October 26, 2026: Revisions to Voters' List can be made by contacting the Township Office. Any revisions prior to September 1, can be made through the Elections Ontario website.
October 23, 2026: Last day third party advertisers can register.
October 26, 2026: Election Day.
October 27, 2026: Official Election results declared.
November 15, 2026: New term of Council commences.
November 17, 2026: Howick's Inaugural Council Meeting for the 2026-2030 term.

Key dates will be updated throughout the election cycle as advanced polling dates and help hours are set.

Updates during the 2026 Municipal Election cycle will be shared by the Township through our website, social media platforms and newsletters.

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